Walter Anderson
Born: 9/25/1897 in Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Died: 1/6/1990 in Battle Creek, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1917-05-14 | Final Game: 1919-05-02
Bats: L | Throws: L | Height: 6'2" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Walter Carl Anderson
Biography
Walter Anderson, born in 1897, was a professional baseball pitcher who played in the early 20th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to the more offensive-minded game that would follow. His career spanned from 1917 to May 14, 1919, during which he made a notable impact despite a brief tenure in Major League Baseball. Anderson's playing style was marked by his ability to keep runs at bay, reflected in his career earned run average (ERA) of 3.25, which indicated a solid level of effectiveness on the mound.
During his time in the league, Anderson compiled a win-loss record of 1-0 and recorded a total of 20 strikeouts, showcasing his capability to retire batters effectively. While he did not achieve any saves during his career, his contributions on the field were significant for the teams he represented. Though his playing days were limited, Walter Anderson's role as a pitcher during an evolving era of baseball remains a part of the sport's rich history.
Career Pitching Statistics
| W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | HR | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 52.7 | 45 | 19 | 0 | 29 | 20 | 3.25 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Pitching
| Year | Team | Lg | W | L | G | GS | CG | SHO | SV | IP | H | ER | BB | SO | ERA | Pitcher PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 0 | 0 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 38.7 | 32 | 13 | 21 | 10 | 3.03 | -750.4 |
| 1919 | PHA | AL | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.0 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 3.86 | 26.6 |
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 0.273 | 0.333 | 0.273 | 0.606 | 0.0 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | AL | 14 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.429 | 0.0 |
| 1919 | PHA | AL | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | 17 | 0 | 4 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | PHA | P | 14 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| 1919 | PHA | P | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Pitcher | 17 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo | MI | 1916 |